Haverfordwest and Milford Haven Telegraph and General Weekly Reporter for the Counties of Pembroke Cardigan Carmarthen Glamorgan and the Rest of South Wales

MILFORD HAVEN MARRIAGE OF MISS CLARA WRAITH. Doubtless in consequence of the popularity which the bride has won for herself during a career of public usefulness. which, (in company with other members of the family). she hod laid nut for herself during a-rcaidenec in Milford, of now some 7 years duration, the marriage of Miss Clara (Tiny) Wraith, youngest daughter of Mr Edward Wraith, chief of the out door department of Her Majesty's Customs, created more than usual interest. The bridegroom was Mr John Alexander Houstone, eldest son of Mr George Houstene, a gen- tleman who recently came here from Stockton, to superintend the construction of certain steamships at the Castle Pill Steel and Iron Works. The ovent. took place at Steynton Church under peculiar (albeit romantic) circumstances. The church is being re- built the chancel as well as the nave is at present stripped of its roof. Hero amongst the venerable ddbris in tho open air, under tho broad canopy of heaven, was the sacred oeroinony performed, the officiating clergyman being the vicar, the Rev. E. H. Jones. No greater tost of the wide-spread rospoct in which the bride and bridegroom's families are held could be afforded than the fact that the bride received fifty-three presents, including gifts from the Rev. J. Beaden and Mrs Boaden, in recognition of the bride's valuable services for many years as leading soprano in St. Kathorine's church choir, whare her vocal abili- ties contributed so much to tho attraction and conse- quent enjoyment of thfc service. To say that the happy pair (who are passing their honey-moon at Tenby), have everyone's good wishes for thor lifelong happiness is superfluous.

DALE. CONCERT.—Our Wesleyan friends have announcod a sacred concert to be held in the Dale schoolroom on Tuesday week the 28th inst. There will be an attrac- tive programme of vocal and instrumental music. The proceeds will be devoted to the Local Mission Fund of the denomination. Apart from the excellent object which will be benefitted !by their efforts, the promoters of the entertainment deservo all praise for doing something to relieve the tedium of the winter evenings.

íI NARBERTH. I THE POLICE P AY.-On the 6th inst., at the Narberth Board of Guardians it was agreed to present a petition to the Quarter Sessions, objecting to the proposal to advance the pay of the police and chief constable. Several of the guardians said that at a time when farmers were severely feeling the loss sustained by them in consequenoo of the inclement state of the weather was not a proper one to increase the burdens on the ratepayers. We hope other boards will take up the oause in the same spirit, so that the justices assembled will be able to judge what are the feelings on the subject through the country.

PEMBROKE AND PEiRBOKg DO.CK PEMBROKE DOCK GARRISON.-On Saturday, the third section of the 33rd Company (torpedo com- pany) Royal Engineers left this garrison for Ply- mouth, under the command of Lieutenant Burn- mudock. These men have been on duty here at the torpedo depot for some months. The company will return to this place in the spring of the ensuing year. THE DocKYARD, -Extensive preparations are being made for the launch of the huge armour-clad ship.of- war Collingwood, on the 22nd inst. The ceremony of christening and launching will be performed by Mrs Chatfield, wife of Captain A. J. Chatfiold, R.N. the new superintendent of this yard.

TENBY. MUNICIPAL.—Mr. James Taylor Hnwksley, of Caldy island, has been unanimously elected a town councillor in tha place of Mr. James Rogers, elected an alderman. There was no other nomination. THE MAYOR AT CILURCH. -IU accordanoe with the ancient custom of the borough, the npwlv-elected mayor attended Divino Service in the parish ohurch on Sunday. His worship asked the corporation to meet him at the Town-hall at 10.45, aud accordingly the aldermen, councillors, and borough officials mustered strongly. A procession was formed, preceded by the mace bearers, to St. Mary's Church, the street on either side being lined with spectators. The sermon was preached by the rector from the words Ronder unto Caesar the things that arr* Caesar's, but unto God the things that are God's." There was a large congregation.

VISIT TO THE CLAIMANT.—On Monday morning there arrived at Portsmouth on a visit to the claimant at the Portsea Conviet Prison, Messrs. Quartoraaaine East, Ilavworth (of Southampton), Biddulph (eousin of Sir Roger Tiehborue, the only member of tho Tichborne family who admitH the olE.imant to be the true Sir Roger), the claimant's two sons (hoger and James), Mr Gray (chairman of tho Southampton Tichborne Release Association), Mr Parkes. and Mr llelsbv. They found the prisoner in fair health, but not the best of spir'ts, there bointr no prospect of his liberation till the expiration of his sentence. I HAVERFORDWEST TOWN COUNCIL. A meeting of the members of this body was held at the Council Chamber on Thursday last. There were present W. P. Ormond, Esq., (Mayor), Mr J. Marychurch, Mr J. Thomas, Mr J. Phillips, Mr Jno. James, Mr S. Thomas, Mr T. James, Mr R. T. P. Williams, Mr Farrow, Mr J. Rowlands, Mr M. White, Mr W. Williams, Mr H. James, Mr W. M. Phillips, and Mr Baker. NEW COUNCILLORS. Clerk: Mr Mayor-Tbe gentlemen who were elected councillors on the first of November, have all qualified on their acceptance of office, and I have the honour to introduce them-Mr W. Williams, Mr R. T. P. Williams, Mr T. Baker, and Mr Jas. Rowlands. Mayor We are very pleased indeed to receive them as members of this honourable board. Perhaps they would allow him to say that twelve months since they did him the honour to place him in the responsible position of chief magistrate of this his native town. During the year he had endeavoured to discharge the various duties pertaining to the office of Mayor to the best of his ability. He had had the distinguished honour of representing them in the presence of royalty not only in their own town, but also at the magnificent banquet given by the Lord Mayor of London in the Mansion House. The visit of their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of I I I r,aint)urgii to old tiaverfordwest was a memorable event, and he could not refer to it without mention- ing the courtesy shown him by the very worthy Lord Lieutenant of the town and county and his amiable lady. He sincerely hoped that the day was not far distant when the beloved sovereign of these realms, and the Prince and Princess of Wales would honour our ancient town with a visit, and in that case he was sure the people of this little England beyond Wales would manifest their loyalty in a most hearty and becoming manner. He may mention that several matters of importance had been dealt with within the year now terminating. The meat market which had been, complained of for years as being in a filthy con- dition had been renovated, painted, and made clean and satisfactory. Some important sections of drain- age had been thoroughly effected, and would form part of the drainage of the town when the whole work was accomplished. The scheme for a supplemental water supply from Slade Spring was maturing, and very shortly the necessary deed. conveying to the Corporation the land required for a reservoir and other rights would be completed. The Portfield Reservoir yields a large supply, and the one at the Fountain had yielded an unprecedented quantity: since the various stops had been repaired and the great leakage prevented, the supply had been most satisfactory. They began the year with two or three feet of water in the Fountain, and they had there now over 10 feet. The slaughter house question was fairly on the rails, and the resolutions of the Council with regard to the purchase of the site and other matters would, he believed, be attended to without delay. In all his efforts he had been much helped by their courtesy and kindness, for which he was most grateful. He had to acknowledge the courtesy of the officials, who had always been ready to assist him, and he wished also to acknowledge the courtesy of the representatives of the Press. The time for his delivering up all that was necessary to bo delivered up had now arrived, and it was his duty to ask them to nominate a gentleman for the office of chief magis- trate of this borough for the ensuing year. THE NEW MAYOR. I Mr Alderman Phillips proposed and Mr S. Thomas I seconded the nomination of Mr W. Farrow as Mayor, I which was unanimously adopted by the Council. THE SHERIFF. I On the motion of Mr Wm. Williams seconded by I Mr M. White, Mr David Roberts, was unanimously elected as Sheriff during the ensuing year. OFFICERS. I The other officers of the Council having been duly elected, and a vote of thanks having been given and I responded to hy the ex-mayor, the meeting adjourned until seven o'clock in the evening. THE ADJOURNED MEETING. At the adjourned meeting held on Thursday even- ing there were present—Alderman J. Thomas, J. Marychurch, and J. Phillips, and Councillors W. P. Orniond, W. Williams, \V. M. Phillips, Michael White, R. T. Propert Williams, John James, Samuel Thomas, Thomas James, Henry James, and Thomas Baker. DEPUTY MAYOR. m1 1 I IF J.ne iown uteris said tne Mayor had appointed the ex- Mayor as his deputy, and accordingly signified the appointment to the Council as requested by law. The Borough Treasurer, Mr J. Lewis, produced his balance sheet which shewed that there was a net balance in hand on all accounts of X- 18 Os 3d. Alderman Thomas enquired how they stood that day twelve months. It was explained that a lot of money had been expended during the last year on the Market House. THE SALVATION ARMY. I The Treasurer said that he had received another I letter from Major Coombe who said he was sorry the Council could not alter their terms and would lay their letter before General Booth. (Laughter). m. m NEW BRIDGE QUESTION., l'he Town Clerk mentioned that he had that day received a letter from Mr Alderman Davies, M.P., who, in consequence of his being detained in London, was unablo to be present at that meeting, and had, therefore, requested him to bring the matter before the Couijoil. It hitd reference to the proposed transfer of mo New hrid,, and approaches to the Town Council, as the Urban Sanitary Authority. It had an important bearing upon the subject of borrowing L2,000 for completing the sewerage of the town. An opinion of an eminent counsel had been obtained on the point, he would read Mr Ald. Davies's letter:— House of Commons, November 8th, 1882. Dear Sir,—You will have sent you to-day the opinion (in full) of counsel regarding the New Bridge. Will you lay the whole matter before the Council to- morrow, I regret I am unable to be present. I strongly advise that we should make the necessary application at once to the Local Government Board. There seems no reason for allowing so heavy a balance to remain in the Bridge Commissioner's hands which clearly belongs to the town, and can be at once used by the Council most advantageously to the inhabitants. I think we have adopted a wise course in not bringing the matter be fore the Council until our views wore fortified by so able a man as the counsel who his advised, and on whoso opinion we may, I believe, safely act. I am, dear sir, Yours truly, W. DAVIES. Air ttenry Uavies, Town Clerk, Haverfordwest. The Clerk said lie would be happy to read the opinion if the Council wished. Mr Milligan Phillips: Who ordered it ? The Clerk: No one here. M. R. Williams: Is this £2,000 wanted imme- diately. The Clerk said that as Mr Williams was a new member he would briefly make him acquainted with the facts, which were that the Local Government Board had urged the Sanitary Authority to com- plete the drainage of the town, and the council ap- plied to the Board for their sanction to borrow Y,2000 to enable them to do so, and sent them plane and estimates prepared by their own surveyor, but the Board required that a competent engineer should be employed. Mr R. Williams enquired whether the S,2,000 would bo required in twelve months He did not think it likely that the Bridge Commissioners would part with the money in their hands without a fight. The Clerk said the money was wanted as soon &1 practica ble. Mr Aid. Thomas said that when the matter came up at the last meeting he thought possibly to save time to get the money here, but the lowest interest he could find would be 5 per cent. He knew nothing of this opinion. Mr. W. Williams asked what was the security offered at 5 per cent. Aid. Thomas I did not go as far as that. Mr W. Williams Hava you any security. The Clerk Yes, we have the rates. Mr Samuel Thomas Can we do that without the consent of the Local Government Board. The Clerk If anyone chose to lend, of course he might do so, but it was not likely without proper security. Aid. J. Thomas: Anyone can lend and take the risk. Clark I have had two offers at four per cent, re- payable by annual instalments, extending over a period of 40 or 50 years. Mr W. Williams: Without the security of the rates ? (Laughter). The Clerk Oh No, no. Mr S. Thomas: The Local Government Board would have to be consulted. Mr White We could do it on the security of tho rates subject to the mortgages existing. Mr R. Williams Can' t w" take it that tho opinion is in favor of the object in N iew ? The Clerk I'll read the opinion but omitting the case—cases you know, Mr Williams, are sometimes very voluminous. (Laughter.) An animated and protracted talk then ensued as to the advisability of reading the opinion, when the Clerk said While you have been talking gentlemen I could have read the case and opinions." The opinion* were then read, and for the information of our readers wo have also inserted the questions put to Counsel. cory QUESTIONS. 'I "T. lilt nether the -New Bridge and its approaches are now rested in the Commissioners under the Looal Act, or in the Urban Sanitary Authority under sec. 70 of the Public ilealth Act, 1875, having regard to tho fact that the bridge in question is not a "County BIAge as declared by the Local Act. 2nd. If the brid?o 18 s ill ves?-J in <he Commis- sinners, cannot the Urb&:i Sanitary AuLln'dLy up?u the grounds stated, apply saecc-iisfally to the Local Government Boa..d for a provisional order to repeal, alter, or amend the Local Act, so as to have the accumulated fund now in the haudtf "f th" Bridge Commissioners transferred to them, to be applied as well for tiie purpose of maintaining the bridge and iis approaches, a* for the general benefit of the town, under the Public llaalth Act or otherwise Oil condi- tion that they take upon themselves the obligations to repair the bridge and approaches henceforth out of the Geneml Distriot Rate. Aud also to have trans- ferred to them all remaining powers vested in the Commissioners under the Local Act ? Counsel iays to this question I am of opinion that such uu. Application can be laade, «nu had better be made at once, to save the Session of 1883. The Com- missioners will have a locus standi to be heard against it, and then the whole point will be in issue before a competent tribunal. 3rd. Seeing that both principal and interest on the mortgage security on the tolls have been comple'ely discharged, are the Commissioners legally authorised to enforce payment of tolls even on one day in the year as they have been accustomed to do, taking into consideration that by sec 4 of the amended act 6 and 7 W. 4, Ch. CXVI, that when the same shall have been repaid the tolls should cease and be no longer payable, and an ample fund being accumulated to keep the bridge and approaches in repair ? To this question Counsel remarks-Without the text before me I hesitate to speak confidently as to this, but there are evident grounds of great impor- tance to sustain the opinion that the Commissioners toll levying powers are spent. Counsel further adds—The points in this case being somewhat numerous and complicated, I have thought it convenient to make some marginal observations, On the case as a whole, I am of opinion that there exist ample grounds to justify the Corporation of Haverfordwest in taking some steps. I should advise tWat an application be made to the Local Government Board for a provisional order to repeal the Local Act, and transfer its remaining powers to the Corporation, ana it tms tails, x should advise that the Uommis- sioners be indioted for non-repair of the footways, supposing they appear liable, but on this point I can- not at this moment speak with confidence, net having the Local Act before me. If the Coramissioners powers of levying tolls are not I spent, of course they are within their rights in levy- ing tolls once a year. I COPY FURTHER CASE. Counsel will please peruse the local acts left here- with, and supplement his opinion with any further advice. And set out the necessary form to be pursued in obtaining the sanction of the Local Government Board. COPY FURTHER OPINION. I have further considered the position of the Haver. fordwest Now Bridge Commissioners and am of opinion that their toll-levying powers are at an end this seems the inevitable conclusion from the language of Sect. 4. of the Act of 1836. As an independent question I am of opinion that the duty of repairing the footways of the approaches always went with the duty of repairing the roadway. I can see notning in the local act to imply any dis- tinction. Finally I am of opinion that the Bridge as a whole and all its appurtenances is now vested in the Urban Authority of the Borough, and that no further delay should take place in winding up the Commission by aid of the Local Government Board which possesses all needfuf powers for the purpose. The application to that Board seed not be in any very formal shapo. It is only necessary in the first instance fer the Urban Authority to pass a resolution, and for a copy of that resolution under seal to be transmitted to the Local Government Board. The resolution shall recite briefly the fact of this being an effete Commission in existence holding property for purposes which can be more regularly and properly dealt with by the Corporation and praying the Local Government Board to put in force its powers under Sub. See. 303 and 306 of the Public Health Act, 1875. The Mayor: The matter is now before you gentle- men. If the £2,000 be required, the sum in the hands of the Bridge Commissioners will go a long way to help. Mr W. Williams: Are there any preliminary ex- penses ? I should not like to throw away good money after bad. The Clerk The application would not be attended with any, or at all events, but small expense. Mr R. Williams Suppose if it were opposed ? The Clerk Opposition is generally attended, as you know with expense Mr Williams. (Laughter). Mr S. Thomas: Would it do to stand over until our next meeting ? The Clerk said he had a ciroular which was annually issued by the Local Government Board and which advised that applications for provisonal orders should be made before the 15th of October, but the latest time to do so would be the end of December, so that if they meant to act on the opinion, they should lose no time. Mr Samuel Thomas: We have a deal to do to- night. Mr Joseph Thomas We had letter defer it until the next meating. We shall be able to deal with it better. Mr William Williams Where are we to go, to get further information ? Mr T. James: You can't go further than the opinion, and we should be glad to know who had directed the opinion to be taken. Mr Ormond, suggested the reading of the case, and as to why the opinion had been taken, some one no doubt must have supposed we could get th a LI,400 or £ 1,500 towards the £ 2,000. Mr Samuel Thomas I don't know what the powers of the Bridge Commissioners are. Mr W. Williams: Let us know who drew up the case, we shall know what value to attach to it then. The Clerk You can't attach value to it, until you hear it, (laughter). Well it was I drew up the case: Mr W. Williams: Oh! then I do attach value to it. (Laughter). it. (Lau' )?illiams: Would like to know why this matter was brought forward, and by whom. Mr Samuel Thomas suggested that a Committee sbou6 0. appointed to {oolc into And report on the matter at the next meeting. Mr W. Williams said that as time was a matter of importance he would move that application be made to the Local Government Board to have the powers of the Borough Commissioners transferred to the Urban Authority. The Clerk: Your suggestion is a good one, Mr Williams, as certain preliminaries will have to be gone through which will not affect the result. The Mayor The best way to get on with the matter will be for some one to second Mr Williams' motion. Mr Samuel Thomas thought it would be a desirable thing to accomplish. Possibly they lived in glass houses themselves, but the heaps of mud allowed to accumulate and remain on the Now Bridge was really dreadful. (Hear, hear.) Mr John James agreed with Mr Samuel Thomas and wished to avoid if possible litigation, which meant a lot of fees and expenses. He thought they had better not be too hasty in making the applica- tion. They would be in time up to the 31st of December, they would have another month. Mr W. Williams You are assuming there will be preliminary expenses. Mr J. James: A notice would have to be put in the newspapers of their intention to apply for a pro- visional order—an inspector would hold an enquiry- .and there may be opponents in the case and if that provisional order was appealed against they would have to fight it out just as they do Railway Bills. They had better see the coast clear before going on with it. (Hear, hear.) Ald. Thomas Just my views. I don't think we should go into the matter to-night. j Mr W. Williams Which of you are going to launch your opinion against that of Mr Chambers ? Mr J. James The late Town Clerk also obtained an opinion which was unfavourable. Mr W. Williams I don't press it. Mr S. Thomas then moved that a committee con- sisting of the Mayor, ex-Mayor, Alderman Davies, Alderman Thomas, Mr John James, and Mi Richard Williams should form a committee to look into he matter and report thereon to the Council. Ald. Thomas said that between Alderman Davies and Mr R. Williams they would have legal minds to direct them. Mr R. Williams did not know what further infor- mation they could get on the matter-in any case the L1400 would not melt, it would be as available in a months time as it is now. He thought it was simply a question of opinion. In 1876 a charge was pre- ferred against a client of his for assaulting the toll collector at the New Bridge, on one of the special days selected for demanding toll by. the Commis- sioners, and he contended then that the collector had no right to be there. (Laughter.) The Borough Bench however thought differently and decided against his client. (Laughter.) The Clerk: You had better accept a Brief for the Urban Authority. Mr Ormond Is it understood then that the ques- tion as to the L2,000 also stand over until this day fortnight. Mr R. Williams: If the Bridge Commissioners were properly approached they may hand the money over, but he had no authority for saying so. After some further discussion Mr Ormond seconded Mr Samuel Thomas' motion, and the matter was deferred till next meeting. ELECTRIC LIGHTING. Mr John James understood that notices had been given by some companies of their intention to apply to the Board of Trade for powers to enable them to supply this town with electric lighting. If they succeeded in getting a Provisional order, that would enable them to secure the privilege for 21 years. Now this town had spent a lot of money on their gas works He hoped the gas would not be superseded by electric light, but there was no knowing what might turn up, the latter iright come into general use—and it would be most objectionable to be held by the nose by those companies. The President of the Board of Trade was in favor of public bodies, and he would move so as to checkmate those compani3s, that the Council apply to the Board of Trade to con- fer on the Council the powers of supplying electric light if they thought necessary. This was seconded by Mr Ormond and carried. The Town Clerk said it was necessary to call a special meeting at a month's notice in order to con- sider the question in aceordance with the provisions of the act. This was decided to be done. XoISANOES. A long piscuasiu:i ensued as to a complaint by Sergt. Hicks as to the ixutence of privies iu close proximity tv), i house in St. Thomas Greon, duritg whicli it transpired that the house had been erected subsequently to ilic privies, and on the advicc of the Town Clerk instructions were given to the Surveyor to see if there were any structural defects in the privies, :tnd if so, they would have to be removed br the landlord. It was nug?MtGc!. that earth closets should be substituted for the existing privies, and that the landlord should be noticed ticcordin?y. -1 I -giv. GAS BONDb. I A rate of 41 in the 5 was ordered to be lvied on the Gas area, for the purpose of paying .hc instal- ruenh (itic to the sinking fund for paying off the £ 10,Or.O Gas Bonds. I SANITARY INSI'ECXOll. j apt. A\ .iajftu was reappointed a;«iitwj iiiopector after much discussion. Several of the members sug- gesting that some other active person should be ap- pointed TO the office, as the Superintendent had eon- j fessed that the "duties were too numerous for him, and auxiliary assistance had to be obtained. MEDICAL OFFICE OF HEALTH. Mr John James moved, and Mr Ormond seconded that the clerk should apply to the Local Government Board for a return of f,15 a moiety of the Medical Officers salary from the Government Grant, which led to an annimated discussion as to whether it would have the effect of their losing their control over their officer, and vest it rather in the Local Government Board. The Clerk said he did not see that it would in the least interfere with the control of the Council, or with the due discharge of the duties of the Medical Officer. Ald. Thomas moved an amendment, that applica- tion be not made for the return, which was seconded by Mr William Williams, and on being put to the meeting, only those two gentlemen voted for it. Mr Alderman Thomas I am glad we are in the same boat at last Mr Williams. (Loud laughter.) All the other members voted for Mr James's motion which was declared oarried. The meeting was adjourned to the 24th of Novem- ber, at 7 p.m.

I To the Editor of the Haverfordwest Telegraph. I DEAR SIR.-I generally glance down your weekly confidential or Between You and Me" column, which is invariably monopolized with the epigramatio effu- sions of your fat contributor styling himself" The Inveterate Gossip," and I think his nom de plume is not at all inappropriate, because he appears to take unwarrantable liberties with men and things in general. However, I shall not trouble myself about what concern others. In your last issue that talented column contained a paragraph, illuminated with a < onstellation of stars, giving an account of a confer nee between "The Sports Committee" and Mr Gt, Leader Owen on the previous Saturday, with a .iw to his granting a lease on the Bridge Meadow, to be used as a Bicycle Traok and for other like purposes of public recreation. Due regard of course being had to the interests and convenience of the present tenant, Mr Henrv Davies." Now, I have no right to find fault with the self-styled "Sporting Committee" for having this conference with Mr Owen, but I must claim the privilege of taking exception to i he modus operandi by which the said Committee have thought proper to seek to accomplish their object--in object in itself, in my opinion, very commendabl i. and I am sure the gentleman, whose kind offices they sought to enlist, would cordially, as he has done before, render any assistance in promoting the innocrnt recreation of the people. What 1 do complain of is this—that the Committee (because, I suppose, thwarted in another quarter) should take the steps they are reported to have taken, unceremoniously to deprive me of my vested rights without even condescending to treat me with the common civility of asking my views or consulting my feelings on the matter, notwithstand- ing that on all occasions, wheu the Meadow was wanted for public amusements by the Sporting Com- mittee, I freely granted them, on their own terms, and to my own detriment, the privilege of trampling the green sward and now they in return, showing their sense of favours pant, would trample on me I have held the field for upwards of 20 years, and pay a high rent for it as accommodation land, and have, during that period, considerably improved it on the faith, (and I am sure it was well founded) that I had in my landlord that I should mot be disturbed, and I confess it would be an inconvenience to me to be disturbed. But of course I should have to bow to the will of my landlord in any case. I am sorry that an ex- pert reporter was not present to give the public a full report of the proceedings, as I am told the speaker on the occasion delivered himself of a grandiloquent, and most persuasive speech, wh.ch was listened to by Mr Owen, (as I can perfectly understand), with that courtesy which is characteristic of him in all his relationships with the public," and I have no doubt he gracefully dismissed the deputation with the in- timation mentioned by the Inveterate Gossip." I have, however, yet to learn, to use the language of your distinguished contributor, wherein consists the due regard to the interest and convenience of the present occupier." I am glad to think that I do not expect the • • Sporting Committee" to be moved by these honourable considerations, as they do not stem to harmonise with their system of ethics. Yours obediently, BENBY DAVIES. N.B.—Be good enough to charge your 11 Imp to avoid tyographical blunders. Haverfordwest, 8th November, 1882. [We do not in the least justify the oondnct of the committee in the mode of procedure they have adopted, but we think our readers will be surprised to find that the committee couftl save induced Mr Henry Davies, the astute Town Cterk, to pose himself before the public as a teacher oC'mo al philosophy, and a more exalted system of e); -.&d. of <T. ]   ? y??e?Mt?.?'. j?..? -.?? I SIRT -In one of the^OLIIUIUS of ti tst Ulbae of your valuable paper, I noticed an account of the Rose- bush Competitive Meeting." and, on reading it, was struck with the manner in which the writer gives the names of the successful competitors. What a descrip- tion he gives of some of them as if he were afraid that the readers of the Haverfordwest and Milford Haven Telegraph would be unable to know who they were, unless he mentioned their occupation or place of abode while with others he has done nothing more than insert the bare" name. What could have been his reason for so doing I cannot say. Perhaps he thought that the latter class were not worthy of having their names placed on the same list as the former, or, it might be that as they had taken several prizes at previous eisteddfods and competitive meetings, he thought that they were well known, and needed no such vain description. But that which perplexed me worst of all, was the mode in which he named the person who took the first prize for the essay on "Slander," The one signed Simon y Gwaddotwr was the best, which was answered by Mr A. George, Llysyfrane and again he says 11 Of the 27 stanzas to Preoelly Mountain, the one by Arabi was the best—the name answered by Mr R. W. Lewis, Henno." Why did he not say that the prize was awarded to Mr A. George, and also that the prize was awarded to Mr R. W. Lewis, or, (as he did with No. 15), say that they proved "victor?" Was it because, (in his own imagination) they were unable to compose an essay, &c ? Again at the alose of his report there was a short account of the glorious concert held in the evening. True, the names of the principal artistes, &c., were inserted, but what about the Renowed Chairman ?" Did he suppose that the Rev. W. Davies, that eloquent speaker, always so ready with his praotical joke, did not deserve to be classed with Col. Owen and others who took part ? Wishing for a reply to the above questions. I am, Sir, yours truly, lath November, 1882. FAIR PLAY. I To the Editor of the Haverfordwest Tekgraph. Sin.-Allow me through the medium of your widely circulated paper, to call attention to the manner in which the ferryman conducts his business at Pembroke Ferry. A few days ago three young ladies arrived at the Haverfordwest side of the Ferry, wishing to cross over to go to Pembroke Dock, it was than 11.30 a.m. They called and waved their handkerchiefs to a man who was standing in the door way of the ferry house, but without avail, and it was one o'clock ere this model ferryman thought proper to come for them. He brought over six or eight passengers, and after disembarking these and taking the ladies on board, actually kept them another quarter of an hour, wait. ing to see if any other passengers would come, before starting on his return. On enquiry I find this is his usual mode of pro- cedure, and the inhabitants on the Haverfordwest side find it a great hardship, particularly on Friday, when the majority of them attend Pembroke Dock Market, and they would consider it a boon if the market boat would call for them on its way down from Land- shipping and land them in the evening on its way baok. Pembroke Ferry is, I am told a Government Ferry. Can any of your numerous readers inform me to what Department I must apply, in order to try to get this state of things remedied ? I fanoy one of the causes of the invariable delays may be accounted for by the fact that the ferryman keeps a public house, and is therefore in no hurry to put passengers over from his side until they have im- bibed as much of his good 8troug ale as they can be induced to swallow. It is about time that ferrymen, generally, should be taught, either by an action in the County Court, or by some other mekus, that they must not keep people waiting their pleasure to fetch them, as I am informed is the case at every ferry on the river, with the ex- ception of Lawrennry, where the ferryman is always on the look ont, and never by any chance keeps any passengers waiting, unless from some unavoidable cause. Apologizing for taking up so much of your valuable space. I remain, yours &c., PRO BONO PUBLICO. Neyland, Nov. 11th, 1SS2. To Uit Editor of the Aliifora-Iiaoen '1'k,:i' iJ-P:ó. DE- Air, EmiOB,— People tell me that Ediths are grea.t men, and can do almost anything. Please thjrt- ioie, Mr editor, put a "spoka" in with the now governors ui oar Grammar School for us to huvo a bit- u £ play-ground to havu a ohivey iu. Ail the other sc h ools, I believe, navt piay-grounds. I have hotrd people say as thft boje in this school at one lime used io have a good play-ground behind oar school. 1 inc-aa iu the place where our governor got the i^abbases growing now and then if wo have a chivey ia the street, down walks Simpson and chivies us for kicking up a row and I heard a. neighbour say the other day Them Grammar School boys Is a perfect nuisance." Xùw, this isn t nioe, Mr Editor, is it: not exer- for a fourth-race boy like Yours truly, AN URCHIN. ii&vcifordycst, Nov. 13, ISii. To the Editor of the Haverfordwest Telegrayh. ,7 TSIR, -JL have noticed in the report given in 1ne ooucn Wales Daily News of the proceedings of our last Town Council Meeting that a most important matter, and one in which the interest of every ratepayer of the town is concerned, was brought under discussion: I refer to the proposed transfer of the New Bridge from the Bridge Commissioners to the Urban Sanitary Authority. It is a notorious fact that the approaches to the bridge id. est. from Harding's Corner on the Cartlett side, and from Phillips, the chemist's Corner on the other, has been kept, under the present regimd, in a disgraceful condition and as to the pavements, which the barrister says, the Commissioners ought to have kept in repair, they are simply dangerous in many parts. It is true they are putting up four new candle lamps on the bridge that the public might see where the mud is not. The sooner the change takes place the better, but how is it to be done that's the ques- tion. I notice that the new member of the Council with a prolongod name, Mr Richard Thomas Propert Williams, Solicitor," suggests that in order to get into the good graces of the Commissioners they must be properly approached." This led me to enquire who these very dignified personages were, and I found that your old friend, Captain Higgon, of "Queen ditch well notoriety" figured amongst the number. That fact means something. The Captain, is a gentleman at all events, and the Corpora- tion are a composite body, many of them of plebian origin, whose grandfathers, or even fathers, had the misfortune (!) of earning a living by the sweat of their brow. Well, the Captain at all events, must be approached with the suaviter in modo per Councillor Williams. I remember once upon a time, a deputation from this same Corporation waiting UDon the Bride's Commissioners (perhaps they ex- hibited toe much of the jortiter in re) to ask to be allowed to repair the approaches to the Bridge, but their application was indignantly rejected with a Can't we do it ourselves." Although our ex-mayor so well acquitted himself during his year of office, and received the hearty and well merited thanks of his fellow-councillors, and from his repeated contiguity with Royalty during his official career, must have acquired some knowledge of the Beau monde, as he is an apt scholar, it would be no use naming him to meet the Captain in this mission, Queen's Ditch Well affair being too fresh in the Captain's memory. But what I would suggest is this, that as the new coun- cillor is getting into the inner circle (notwithstanding the arbitrary rule of the County Club) that he would be kind enough to frame and submit to the Council at their nextl meeting 7a Code of Etiquette to be strictly observed by the Corporation when hey properly approach" the Bridge Commissioners. When the meeting takes place I hope your reporter will be present to give the public the benefit of the interview. Your obedient servant, ANTI-BRIDGE COMMISSIONER. I To the Editor of the Haverfordwest Telegraph. biR,—1 read in your last week s paper a notice to the effect that the Vestry held at the Parish Church, Ambleston, on Monday the 6th instant, was illegal. Will you allow me to state that the cause of its ille- gality was that the overseer did not put the notice en the Church door five clear days before the vestry. As Mr T. C. E. has thought proper to advertise the vestry as illegal, I beg to inform him that a legal vestry will be held in the above ohurch on Thursday next, at 12 o'olock. I would also advise our new curate to attend to the spiritual wants of the four members, and the 4ew hearers who attend the church, and to leave the vestry and its affairs to the ratepayers until he be- oomes a ratepayer himself. Yours, &c., A RATEPAYER. To the Editor of the Haverjordwest Telegrah. I :sm,- Will you allow me to make a public complaint against the local authority in Haverfordwest. for allowing a dangerous obstruction to exist in a public thoroughfare, in St. Thomas Green. About a fort- night ago, accompanied by a friend, I was driving home about eight o'clock in the evening, when the vehicle in which we sat was overturned by coming in contact with a heap of rubbish on the higb-road just above the College. The night was dark, and the little light from the nearest lamps only served to make the darkness visible, but afforded not the slightest help to enable us to avoid the dangerous obstruction. Although much shaken, both of us escaped without serious injury, but the vehicle was much damaged. In no other town that I have ever visited, would such a dangerous obstruction have been allowed to re- main through the night without a light to warn travellers of its position. I am sir, yours truly, Manchester, Oct, 1882. X.Y.Z. RELIGIOUS LIBERTY V. INTOLERANT I BIGOTRY. To the Editor of the Haverfordwest Tekaravh. SIR,-I cannot pretend to refute the allegations brought against the Salvation Army by your corres- pondent "Ratepayer," for the simple raason that those charges are beyond the limits of the present line of controversy. We have nothincr to do with their modes of conducting their services, what we contend for is their right of demonstrating their views of Public Worship according to the dictates of their own conscience, a right every intelligent man must accord to any religious sect. As to the outrage to feelings of reverence, &c., I !a& F:- -4;y "VA not <*s full a right to march to the music of a brass band as our Volunteers, Militia, or Yeomanry, a right which the most sanctimonious in Haverfordwest have not hitherto thought it necessary to call in question. I wonder what makes these people so sensitive straining as they do at a gnat, but are able without the slightest compensation to swallow what has now become pro- verbially known as the New Bridge (Sunday evening) fair, which is, in reality, a greater disgraoe to a community calling itself religious than anything that is likely to result from the presence of the Salvation Army. It is always more satisfactory to oommend than to blame, and I am glad to find the Town Council have risen above the petty bigotry, which, in some quar- ters, passes for religious zeal, and that they have granted the Army the use of the Market Hall, on terms on the whole. not very exorbitant. Your correspondent uses the term quiet town, I don't know where he keeps himself. I find too fre- quent evidences of rowdyism he has only to walk the length of Quay-street any Lord's day from early morn to late at night, then if he does not give up his pet idea, I can only conclude that he has gadly miscon- ceived the doings of the Army. However, whether his feelings will permit of it or no, I trust we may shortly have a visit from the Salvationists. I remain, yours, &c.. Y G TVIR YN ERBYN Y BYD.

BIRTHS. Lately at Water Street, Narberth, the wife of Mr William Griffiths, butcher, of a son. On the 1st inst., at Pare Glas, near Narberth, the wife of H. R. Shield, Esq., of a daughter. MARRIAGES. On the 8th inst., at Steynton Church, by the Vicar the Revd. E. H. Jones, Clara Ann Reeves, (Tiny), youngest daughter of Mr Edward Wraith, of Her Majesty's Customs, Milford, to John Alexander, eldest son of Mr George Houstone, of Milford. Lately at the Register Offioe, Narberth, Mr William Davies, carpenter, St. Issells, to Eliza- beth, daughter of Mr Richard Bowen, Kilgetty, St. Issells. On the 11th instant, at the Register Office, Narberth, Mr William Wilson, of Manor Court, Eglwyscumen, to Miss Jane Raymond, of Cyffyg. At the residence of the bride's mother, in Silver Creek, Oct 18th 1882 by the Rev. E. K. Creed, assisted by the Rev. J. D. Merritt, Mr Frederick W. Thomas, of Buffalo, N. Y., and Miss Hattie Wells, youngest daughter of the late Dr Ward, of Silver Creek. DEATHS. On the 5th inst, at Mount Hermon, in this town, "Mr Thomas Codd, carpenter, aged 73 years. Nov 10th, at Turly cottage, East Grinstead, Sussex, Edward Warren Stokes Massy, the only child of Arthur Wellington Massy, aged nine months. -r- —.

TRINITY COLLEGE LONDON. The Hon. Secretary of the Haverfordwest centre has received the following letter from the Secretary of the above college, which he has kindly permitted us to publish Trinity College, London, Mandeville Place, W 7th Nov., 1882. DEAR SIR.-I have the pleasure to inform you, that No. 866, (William Rowland Thomas), examined at your centre in June last, has been recommended by Sir Julius Benedict for a prize ef two guineas. There were three candidates whose papers were equal in merit ia the Junior Division, and it has been decided to share the Junior National Prize among them; awarding to each the sum of two guineas. Congratu- lating your candidate upon his well earned success. Yours faithfully, JOHX HILL. F. R. GREENISH, Esa., L. Mus. T.C.L. Haverfordwest. It is highly gratifying and creditable to find that a candidate from this centre occupies such a dis- tinguished position. This is the second time a can- didate from this town has been so successful, as it will be within the recollection of our readers that two years ago a similar prize was won by Miss Jane White. We heartily congratulate Master Rowlanu Thomas, ^wl-0 r) a SJll 0'1 OL. t-0 ■ .j". a i;poa his success, which reflects the £ re&;cst credit upon Xi.3 ali^ities utid ",t"il..UJunL: M&stoi' Thomas p. t- very iiig-i- l y for tho lud pei'??LLt i ne,tru itLparc3d at tr Ac?d??y. W,? woui? observe ihe National prices are open to a.i the candidates ircai -i-very ceutre in Great Britain aad the Colonies.

JCJXECCRIOX OF THj3 COEXIBH MTTKOKRER.— \N illiam Meager Barlett, mine manager, or Lan lvery was executed at Bodmin on Monday morning for the murder oi iiis illegitimate child. The morning was intensely cold. The representatives of the press, about a dozen, and others, and a few policemen, were the only persons outside the prison when. at one minute after eight, the hoisting of the black flag annoucert that the sentence had been carried out. The condemned man had confessed his crime, and had a^jrviiuWiCU^cu, CUc ox SeutcIXCi..

i "BETWEEN YOU AND ME." My first duty this week is a pleasant one. It is, to congratulate my worthy friend, Mr Councillor Farrow, on his election to the highest position which the burgesses of his adopted town can confer upon him. The office of chief magistrate of an ancient borough like Haverfordwest-a place that boasts a remarkable and stirring history-is no mean honor to any man. Mr Farrow has well earned that distinction. He has been punctual and exemplary in the discharge of his public duties, and has always shown a most intelligent independence in the votes he has recorded. The reputation of the civic chair is in safe and competent hands. The ex-Mayor's review of the past year, sounded more satisfactory than it really has been. As far as I can make out, the only event which reached a pleasing and genuine conclusion, was the visit of their Royal High- nesses, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, and the loyal reception they received. Every- thing else mentioned by Mr Ormond, pos- sessed the peculiarity of never having advanced beyond the preliminary stage. Stay! I am a little out in that statement. Exception must be made of the Queen's Ditch Well manifesto. That had a beginning and an ending. I leave my readers to judge which did most credit to the courage of our Town Council. The various items of uncompleted work, referred to in the ex-Mayor's valedictory address, will furnish sufficient employment for his successor. Such a long array of initiatory measures is appalling, indeed, when one remembers the time that has been wasted in their discussion, without any progress having been reported. But then some folks have sufficient philosophy in their composition to be able to find comfort in the extremely vague proverb that Well begun, is half done!" # Fatalism, in a Mahommedan or a disciple of Confucius, is doubtless a praiseworthy moral element, if not a superior condition of grace. In a Town Councillor it is, to say the least of it, inconvenient. I # I have great hopes that the newly-invested Mayor, will institute a vigorous reform in the procedure of the august assembly over which he presides. Less verbosity and more prac- ticability, would be truly acceptable. I am well aware that his worship has no easy task before him, in this respect. The perennial eloquence of some of our representatives, is a fearful and wonderful thing, and may well appal the stoutest heart bent upon reform. But I am sure Mr Farrow is equal to the task, if he once eets himself to it. His insis- tence on the most elementary rules of debate, would do much to remedy the evil complained of. If this be done, the 9th of November 1883, will show a cleaner bill of health than has met our weary eyes for many a long day. I think it will be a mistake on the part of the Council, if they refuse to place their Medical officer of Health under the control of the Local Government Board. The saving of half his salary-is perhaps the least of the advantages that would accrue. I refrain from particularising them here, as they involve delicate points which may be misconstrued into personalities by some charitable folk. Whatever may be the disadvantage of cen- tralization, it is not an unmixed evil. In this instance, I am oonvinoed that its benefits would far outweigh its sentimental inconve- nience. The successful entertainment given at the Workhouse, was a prompt and gratifying re- sponse to my appeal a few weeks since. The ladies and gentlemen who took part, may rest assured that their kind services will not soon be forgotten by those to whom they were rendered. That both the musical and literary contributions to the evening's amusement were duly appreciated, was clearly dernoi at th;. T T.p tto r b In up my suggestion warm y, to cor ce good work. The amount of real .ore thus given, is, out of all proportion, far be- yond the trouble of compiling a programme. Many long, dreary evenings this winter may be brightenecl, and many sorrowful hearts cheered by this means. Undoubtedly the most agreeable part of the evening's diversions, was the announcement that Miss Owen of Withybush had generously promised to present a harmonium for use on such occasions, as well as to assist the religi- ous services. This fresh proof of the kindness of heart of a lady who has unostentatiously constituted herself the special friend of the poor, was received with hearty and prolonged applause. The name of the Withybush family is a ready passport to the hearts of all who have known poverty or distress. Mr Baugh deserves every congratulation on the success which attended his lecture on Fri- day evening last. He was fortunate in the selection of his subject, and equally happy in I its treatment. The amount of useful infor- mation which he so pleasingly imparted, augurs well for his future as a lecturer. For of course, we hope to hear Mr Baugh again, when he has the time to indulge 118 with another treat of a like kind. The illustrations introduced were skilfully managed, and had a telling effect. Such lectures ought to awaken our young men to a keen taste for scientific pursuits. I shouldn't be surprised if this were the result. Last week I expressed what appears to be a pretty general approval of your Leader on the County Police question, and intimated that I should probably have something more to say on the point. # One thing cannot be gainsayed, viz., that Col. Lambton made a fatal blunder in pro- posing an increase of JC40 a year in the salary of the Chief Constable. Suoh a proposal is insulting alike to the ratepayers of the county, and to Col. Stokes, the late chief. Be- cause new machinery makes more noise, it doesn't necessarily follow that it performs more or better work. Shifting constables from one district to another is an exceedingly specious form of activity. What purpose does it answer, beyond worrying and incon- veniencing the men ? Had it been at all essential to the well-being of "the force," or the maintenance of public order and morality, I haven't a doubt that Col. Stokes, with his wide experience, would have discovered it long ago. Is there a proportionate diminution of crime, to compensate the public for the in- troduction of these new-fangled ideas ? There is sometimes a danger of mistaking fussiness for superlative efficiency. Col. Lambton has a perfect right to his opinion that the Chief Constable needs a horse of his own. I only say that the rate- payers of this county don't quite see it. I am as fond of hunting as any man in Pem- brokeshire, but I've got to pay for the indul- gence out of my own pocket. Perhaps if I knew Col. Lambton more intimately, he would give me a mount," or at any rate try to get one for me. An annual grant of a bct i would about do it. Will some kind friend take my case up ? Aneiit the question ol shifting the police from one district to another, I should like to I enquire when the next "flitting" is to take j place. Is the weather cold enough yet! Most ignorant people would imagine that the attest time for constaLuJary transplanting, would be the leafy month of June." But then, what do outsiders know ab.)ut this soi-t; of thing. I cannot presume to say what the i general rule may be, but this I know The first migration under the new regime took j place in mid-winter; and that one of the bitterest winters we've had for upwards of twenty years! The narrative of the poor married policemen, with beds and bedding, and little household treasures—crossing from one extreme of the county to another, in a merci- less storm of snow or rain, affords a painful parallel to the Evangeline of Longfellow. How true it is. that "Evil is wrought By want of thought, As well as want of heart.' These are unpleasant topics to touch upon, but they wont be shirked by THE IJTTETERAXE GOSSIP.

THE STRANGE DEATH OF A LADY IN CARMARTHENSHIRE. INQUEST ON THE BODY. The inquest on the body of Mrs W. Morris, who died on Sunday, took place on Monday, before Mr Geo. Thomas, Carmarthen, at Maesgwynne, near Llanstephan the residence of the deceased. The position of the deceased, who was about 30 years of age, and whose husband is brother to the High Sheriff of Carmarthenshire, and the sad circumstance of the death, made the enquiry a very painful one. There was some delay in commencing the proceedings owing to the dilatoriness of four of the jury. Two of the delinquents were half an hour late, and the other two arrived later, just as two other persons were about to be sworn to take their plaoes. The Coroner allowed the late comers to take their places, and one of the last two (Mr Evan Stephens, of Lan) was chosen foreman. Jane Evans said she had been employed at Maesgwynne as nurse for four years come next May. She last saw her mistress alive on Thursday night. Mrs Morris and her husband were in bed, and Mrs Morris called her to send the servant man to the village on some messages. This was at eight o'clock, and at nine o'clock witness went to the room to give the answer to the messages. She had some talk with both as to the supper. Mrs Morris had some arrowroot, and Mr Morris had some griMei pheasant, bread and cheese, and a glass of beer. Mrs Morris had nothing except the arrowroot. There was no hot water in the room, but plenty of cold water. Witness believed that the wines and spirits were kept in her master's study. Her master said nothing about the next morning. He had been ill all the week and had not been out of the house since last Monday, when he went to Carmarthen. Her mistress had been in bad health for some time, and was very feeble, She had been down in Tenby for some time, and she got a little better. Witness went with her, and Mr Morris came to see her. The last time she saw them was at ten o'clock on Thursday night. On Friday morning witness waited for a call to make the cocea. There was no call, but about four o'clock on Friday evening she heard her master moving and talking, as though to her mistress. The door was not shut, but they usually shut and locked it. The little boy did not fo into the room-he never went unless her mistress called. Between four and five on Friday afternoon, not having heard any call, witness took the little boy to the room door and told him to knock and ask his papa if he wanted anything to eat. He said, Pa, do you want anything?" Mr Morris answered, "No thank you No one went to the room all day to witness's knowledge. She did net think they could ring the bell, because it was broken It was her master who spoke, and she believed they were both in bed. Latterly they were in the habit of staying in bed very late, and her master was in bed all last week. About seven o'clock the other servant told witness that dinner was ready, and asked her to knock. No one ordered the dinner. They had no dinner the day before, but a late breakfast. Witness sent the little boy to knock and say dinner was ready. She could hear her master speak, and the other girl said she thought her mistress was dead. The door was a little open, and the girl could see her master up. The blinds were down and the shutters m"ter Witness saw Mr Morris sitting on the side of the bed. She did not know why the other girl, Sarah Ann, said she thought her mistress was dead. Witness's room was opposite her master's, but anyone might go into the latter without her knowing if her door was closed. Sarah Ann Evans said she was cook at Maesgwynne for twelve months. Her mistress had been worse since she came from Tenby, but no doctor had been attending her. She complained of her legs, and never came downstairs—only got up in her room. Her master did not get up since last Monday. Both were in bed the whole time. Witness never Beard a sound from the mistress all day on Friday. Went up several times to the nurse's room, and spoke about the silenoe, but was afraid to go in, lest her master should be angry. Her mistress gave all orders to the nurse, and the nurse to witness. Witness stood with the Burse and the little boy, when the boy knocked at the door about seven o'olock. The door was ajar, and witness, looking in, saw her master standing just inside in his night shirt. Mr Morris said something, but witness did not know what. Her mistress did not answer, but witness immediately went dowttaira and called the man, saying he thought the miufaneu was dead. John the servsnt san, went 1ft" aatf ■ Tn'Pilfmt.1" rmrna A.v-ngtairn a ibe migirou wai ue&d. V\ vtuebu .d. with the ntirse went iLc room. Her mwtm VK sitting on the side of the be4. The nurse brought a light, and they saw their mistress lying near the side of the bed. Witness said to her master, Oh, dear, I think misses is dead," and he replied, Oh no only sleeping." Witness repeated that she was sure Mrs Mortis was dead, and Mr Morris said, Oh no now she opened her eyes." He went on talking to her. Neither witness nor the nurse touched the body. They thought Mrs Morris was dead from the face. Witness thought Mr Morris knew what he was talking about. She khew that he had been un- conscious almost the whole time since. He said he would not believe that she was dead. He turned a little around upon the b"r!, and continued talking to Mrs Morris. The foreman said it would not seem that Mr Morris was conseious if he went on talking without receiving any answer. John Morris said he had been servant man at Maesgwynne since last August. The last time he spoke to Mr Morris was that day week. On Thursday night the nurse sent him to Llanstephan for two bottles of brandy, which he gave to her in the nursery. About eight o'clock on Friday night Sarah Ann came to him and said, "J ohn, I want you to go upstairs I can't get any answer from missis, and I want you to help master back to bed." He wen up and the door of the room was open. The first hin g he saw was his master sitting on the bed. He said "Put something on; you will will catch cold like this." His master told him to catch hold of his trousers, and witness then said that his mistress was dead. He had felt her face and body, and found it quite cold, Mr Morris said, No, no, John bach, she is only sleeping." Witness said he would fetch a doctor, and he said, That's the best thing do it at once." He was able to talk very well. Mr Morris leaned"over) the deceased, and listened if she was breathing. Witness did not believe that he under- stood that she was dead then. He did not see any signs of brandy about the room. He did not look about. He came back with the doctor, whom he met on the road, and brought him back in half- an hour from the time he left the house. A juryman'(here asked witness what Sarah Ann wanted to give Mr Morris after the doctor (Dr. Phelan) had oeme. Witness said he knew nothing of that matter He did not hear high words between the doctor and Sarah Ann, nor did he put Sarah Ann out of the room. The Coroner said he had caused the doctor not to be summoned because he had not attended deceased before her death. and he could not have told them what the cause of death was. The jury having proceeded to view the body of de- ceased, and on their return to the room where the inquiry was held some conversation ensued betweea them and the coroner, before the latter charged them on the evidence. Another juryman said he was not satisfied that the doctor was not called. He did not know what to think of Mr Morris's condition, or what was the cause of his unoonsoiousness. The Coroner said the doctor could say nothing about it. He could not tell them the cause of death without a post mortem examination, and that they would all say was wholly unnecessary, because there was not the slightest pretence of a suspicion of foul play. As to Mr Morris, they had evidence that he had been ill for some time, and he might tell them of his own knowledge that he was subject to epileptic fitst He had been wholly inoapaoitaetd from transac- ting business for some days. In reply to the eoroner.—Mr T. Morris, brother of Mr W. Morris, stated that when he arrived at Maes- gwynne on Friday night, he found two days' post letters unopened. In a few remarks to the jury, the Coroner said there seemed to be no other witnesses who could throw light upon the matter. He did not think they could find any other verdict than that of [natural causes. The circumstance of the death were very sad. Mr W. Morris was wholly unfit to give evidence. He was utterly unconscious—speechless. If he had been fit to be examined, he should have been glad to examine him. As it was, it was useless to attempt to get information from him. He thought natural causes would be a proper verdict. A Juror remarked that he thought the deceased had been neglected by the servants. The Coroner agreed that it was a very strange thing that the two young people should have been left all day in the way they had been. The Juror said it was too bad for the servants to act so. The Juror who had before spoken about the doctor kg3.in said that he was not satisfied at the absence of that gentleman. If for nothing else, his evidence would be useful in stating the cause of death for the statistics of the country. The Coroner said that was a very desirable thing, no doubt,but it was not their business that day jto par- ticularise the cause of death. Their duty was to see that no foul play had beeil practised, and of that they were all satisfied, of course. After some further conversation, the jury without retiring or the room being cleared, agreed That deceased died by the visitation of God and of nature causes.

TRAFFIC RETURNS.—The traffic returni on the Great Western Railway for week ending Nov. 5th, were £ 143,071, corresponding week last year £ 138,150; being an increase of t4,2 11. BETIIESDA.-The Band of Hope commenced last winter was resumed In at week it is open to all children. A young mon's Bible Class has been started in connection with the same church, though all young men are invited to attend. Both are conducted by the Rev. T. Witton Davies, B.A., of the college. The band of hope and the bible class will meet on Friday, evening. NOVEMEEIJ FAIR.—This fair was held yes- terday, and notwithstanding the fact that Carmarthen fair was held on the same day, it turned out to be a really good fair. There was a brisk demand for cat- tle of all kinds and excellent prices were obtained. Cows with calves at their side, sold freely at prices ranging from X14 to X21. The horse fair was well attended but the demand was slack, and the busi- ness transacted was limited in extent and prices had a downward tendency. Sheep, especially butchers animals, were in great demand and high prices pre- vailed. The number trucked were-cattle, 360; sheep, 280; there were no horses trucked. FAITHFUL WATCH DOGS.-Last week two tramps on their way from Carmarthen, arrived at a late hour in Narberth, and entered the yard of Mr Bushel, with the intention of resting themselves in the out-premises for the night The watch dog, how- ever, seems te have taken a dislike to their company, and having broken his chain kept them in durance vile. Mr Bushel's terrier then came out of the stable and went to Mr Bushel's house, and by his incessant barking aroused the inmates. On proceeding to the yard, whither the dog brought Mr Bushel by his gestures, he found the two men unhurt, but in safe custody. Having called the dog off they were re- leased, but they dared not stir until the dog was called away. THE SEVERE FROST OF SUNDAY MORNING LAST.—In respect of the severe frost which came upon us so suddenly on Saturday night and Sund.iy morn- ing last, Mr Griffin, gardener to Baron de Rutzen, Slebech Park, has kindly •->nt us the following inter- esting particulfkrs: Our thermometer registered 8 dc. of frost on Sunday morning this was, with the excep- tion of a little hoar once or twice, the first frost of the season, and it occurred more than a month later than the frost of last year. Last season the dahlias and other summer bedding plants were cut down on the 7th of October; this season they looked quite fresh, and had a lot of bloom on them up till last Saturday, the 11th November. A few swallows even were to be seen flying about here last Saturday, and among other birds, very few of the winter migrates are to be seen as yet. We had a very severe hailstorm here on Thursday last, many of the stones being larger than marbles. ACCIDENT.—Yesterday (Tuesday) evening a serious carriage accident happened on the Camrose road. Mr J. Penn, of Camrose accompanied by two ladies was driving into town, and when he arrived at that part of the road known as the Dells," they came into contact with a man on horseback who was returning from Haverfordwest fair. In the col- lision Mr Penn's carriage was partly upset, a shaft was broken, and the occupants severely shaken the farmer was thrown violently from his horse, and the horse was seriously injured. The force of the col- lision may be realised when it is stated that the point of the shaft of Mr Penn's vehicle penetrated deeply the head of the farmer's horse just below the eye. After recovering its feet from the accident the far- mer's horse appears to have dashed back towards town, and was stopped in a bleeding and exhausted condition near the Old Bridge. Mr D. E. James, veterinary surgeon having arrived soon succeeded in dressing the wound and stopping the flow of blood, after which it was removed to Mr James's veterinary infirmary. THE COLLEGE.- On Sunday and Monday last, the 12th and 13th inst., services were held in connexion with the settlement of Mr E. Aubrey, late student at the College, Haverford west, as pastor of the English Baptist Church, Tynewydd, Ogmore Valley, Glamorganshire. On Sunday three sermons were preached by the Rev. W. E. Wat kins, Feinbrey, and on Monday morning, the Rev. T. Cole, Bridgend, preached. On Monday afternoon the ordination service took place, when the Rev. B. Davies, Briton Ferry, read the Scriptures and prayed. Dr. Davies briefly stated the nature of a Christian church, and asked the usual questions to the pastor elect. These were'concisely answered by Mr Aubrey, and the call being publicly confirmed and accepted, the Rev. M. Morgan, London, offered the ordination prayer. Afterwards Dr. Davies delivered the charge to the minister and Mr Watkins that to the Church. This interesting service was brought to a close by Mr Colo, who prayed and pronounced the benediction. In the evening the service was held in the Welsh Baptist Chapel, a spacious and handsome place of worship, when the Rev. John Hughes, Nantymoel, and Dr. Davies preached to a large and attentive congregation. Mr Aubrey enters upon his pastorate with ohoering prospects of success.